Plant City man turns love of Legos into booming business one brick at a time
Before you curse those little Lego pieces that pierce your bare foot at night, know that your little one's love for the tiny brick building sets might one day help pay for their college.
Florida WWII veteran dies 2 months after 100th birthday, leaving legacy of love for God, family, country
Two months after celebrating his 100th birthday, World War II veteran Carl Dekle passed away early Wednesday morning in Plant City. The Silver Star recipient wrote his own obituary before he died: "Once a Marine, always a Marine," it began. "His desires are to be known for love of his God, Love for his family, Love for his country and the great State of Florida.”
Small plane crashes in Plant City pond
A small plane has crashed into a pond in Plant City.
WWII veteran marks 100th birthday with celebration of patriotism, sacrifice
Carl Spurlin Dekel has seen a lot in his life, and now he can add another milestone memory. On Wednesday, June 29, his family and friends gathered to honor the service, sacrifice, and centennial of the World War II veteran in Plant City.
Off-duty Plant City officer helps firefighters rescue children from burning Pasco County home
An off-duty Plant City police officer is being hailed as a hero after he helped firefighters rescue two non-verbal children with autism from their burning Zephyrhills home.
Massive warehouses along I-4 to bring big businesses, more jobs to Plant City
Two massive new warehouses along I-4 in Plant City could have far-reaching effects on the area's economy. City Furniture's expansive showroom, cafe, corporate offices and warehouse space will bring hundreds of new jobs, while Fortune 100 companies are reportedly eyeing the other location as a possible distribution facility.
FHP: Fatal crash claims life of Plant City teen
A Plant City teenager was killed Friday night in a vehicle crash on I-4, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘He stole my heart in an instant’: Plant City mom uses blog to raise awareness for foster children, blindness
A Plant City woman who dreamed of being a foster parent since middle school is using a Facebook blog to raise awareness about foster families, adoption and children with special needs.
Teen arrested in deadly crash that ended police chase from Tampa to Plant City, deputies say
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a deadly crash that ended a police chase from Tampa to Plant City back in March, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies said.
Suspected gunman sought after bar fight leads to deadly shooting in Plant City
Hillsborough County deputies are looking for the man they believe opened fire at the Twilight Zone bar, killing one person in Plant City Wednesday night.
New machine could help harvest strawberries as industry sees decline in labor
The number of laborers willing to work in strawberry fields has been on the decline for years. The industry was ripe for innovation, and machines could soon mimic human hands to harvest the berries.
Biscuit or cake? Plant City market solves great strawberry shortcake debate
It's official, strawberry shortcake is now the state dessert of Florida and one Plant City family has been dishing up the delicious dessert for three generations.
Academy of Holy Names students bring fun for local migrant children in mission trip
Academy of Holy Names Catholic School students stayed local for their annual mission trip due to the pandemic. They provided the fun for children at the Plant City Migrant Trailer Community Park.
Deputies: Murder suspect on the run after Plant City shooting
Investigators said Lee was last seen driving in a newer-model white Honda sedan near the shooting scene. They warned he may be armed with a handgun.
FHP: Plant City teen killed in rollover crash
A 16-year-old girl from Plant City was killed in a vehicle crash Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
TPD: Teens fleeing from police in stolen car kill 1 in vehicle crash
A woman was killed Saturday night when four kids in a stolen car crashed into a vehicle she was riding in as they fled from police, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Bill proclaiming strawberry shortcake as Florida's official state dessert heads to governor's desk
Florida lawmakers are hoping Gov. Ron DeSantis is a fan of strawberry shortcake, voting overwhelmingly on Friday to send the governor a bill that would make the tasty treat the official state dessert.
2022 Florida Strawberry Festival kicks off to celebrate the berry and its farmers
The Florida Strawberry Festival starts today, kicking off 11 days of rides, fair food, and concerts!
Florida Strawberry Festival returns
The Florida Strawberry Festival returns to Plant City Thursday and runs through March 13 with all the same excitement along with new entertainment and food options.
Winner of $1 million lotto ticket sold in Plant City must claim prize by March 14
Time is running out for the winner of a $1.25 million jackpot to claim their prize.